Visit Gwangan-dong
Popular places to visit
Gwangalli Beach
Swim in the calm water of a sheltered bay, dine at waterfront seafood bars and see uninterrupted views of Gwangan Bridge.
Haeundae Beach
Let your cares float away while you bob on a tube just off Korea’s most famous beach, where locals and tourists come to see and be seen.
Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch
You can enjoy some retail therapy with a trip to Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch, a popular shopping spot in Busan. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.
Nampodong Street
During your trip to Busan, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Nampodong Street. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this culturally rich area.
Shinsegae Centum City
Pull on ice skates, practice your golf swing or slip into a spa at the world’s largest department store. You’ll find great shopping and dining too, of course.
Dadaepo Beach
Head to Busan’s most popular beach for a day of swimming, building sand castles and watching the impressive musical fountain show.
Gwangan-dong Hotel Deals
Kent Hotel Gwangalli by Kensington
Pros. Clean rooms. Great staff. Great location Cons. 1 elevator so there is a wait when you go up and down.
Reviewed on 2025/11/8
Lotte Hotel Busan
Nice - but check package to see what’s included with room.
Reviewed on 2025/11/11
Paradise Hotel Busan
Staff was kind. I loved cimer spa for their outdoor baths and sauna for their indoor and outdoor onsen like soaks.
Reviewed on 2025/11/9
Signiel Busan
Our room on 19th floor was fabulous, with superb views of Haeundae beach, incredibly comfortable bed, huge bathroom and a lovely terrace (rare in S Korean hotels). There was a great guest lounge on 8, open all day for complimentary tea/coffee/soft drinks and serving free champagne and nibbles from ...
Reviewed on 2025/11/4
Toyoko Inn Busan Haeundae No.2
Yes very courteous staff
Reviewed on 2025/11/12
L7 HAEUNDAE by LOTTE HOTELS
Everything was good
Reviewed on 2025/11/10
Other neighborhoods around Gwangan-dong
Suyeong-gu
Noted for its beaches and bars, there's plenty to explore in Suyeong-gu. Top attractions like Gwangalli Beach and Gwangan Grand Bridge are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Gwangan Station or Suyeong Station to see more of the city.
Millak-dong
Discover Millak-dong, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in Millak-dong include Gwangalli Beach and Millak Waterfront Park, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Millak Station.
Daeyeon-dong
If you're spending time in Daeyeon-dong, check out sights like Busan Museum or United Nations Peace Park and hop on the metro to see more the city at Daeyeon Station or Kyungsung University- Pukyong National University Station.
Yeonsan
During your stop in Yeonsan, check out the restaurants, and jump on the metro at Yeonsan Station to see more of the surrounding area.
Haeundae
Famous for its stunning beach, Haeundae also boasts the scenic Dalmaji Hill and Dongbaek Island. Enjoy shopping malls and movie theaters near Haeundae Station, with easy access via Busan Subway Line 2.
Busanjin
You might enjoy the shopping while in Busanjin. Lotte Department Store Busan Main Branch is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Buam Station or Seomyeon Station to see more of the city.
Gwangan-dong
- Gwangalli Beach
- Haeundae Beach
- Nampodong Street
- Shinsegae Centum City
- Dadaepo Beach
- Jagalchi Fish Market
- Gukje Market
- BIFF Square
- Seomyeon Street
- Busan Exhibition and Convention Center
- Taejongdae Park
- Dalmaji Hill
- Busan Cinema Center
- Gimhae Lotte Water Park
- Yongdusan Park
- Gwangan Grand Bridge
- Busan University of Foreign Studies
- Beomeosa Temple
- Bujeon Market
